10am-3pm — July 12, 2025

$395 per person — Max. 8 persons

It was Apicius in the 1st Century who purportedly coined the phrase ‘We eat first with our eyes’.

Whether it be dinner at your favourite restaurant, or a quick bite for breakfast at your local cafe, thoughtful plating and presentation of your food is an always evident and essential part of the whole experience. So too can it be at home.

Food presentation is the art of modifying, processing, arranging or decorating food to enhance its aesthetic appeal. By considering factors such as composition, colour, contrast, texture and balance, all nature of cooks, both amateur and professional, can elevate a simple meal to an artistic creation.

In this workshop you will, through both detailed demonstration and hands-on experience, walk away with a new toolbox of concepts, skills, tips and tricks, to take the presentation of your meals to a new level. And also share in a wealth of knowledge, trade secrets and sources to help make this a reality.

So, if you’d like to add a little more pizazz to your pizza, wow to your wontons, glam to your clams or seduction to your reduction, then look no further. You’ve found what you were looking for, and served just the way you like it.

A light lunch will be served (by you!).

10am-3pm — date to be advised.

$345 per person — Max. 8 persons

Still life is a genre of art that captures the beauty of inanimate objects arranged in harmonious composition. Items meticulously placed to create rhythm and balance through form and colour, and the interplay of light, shadow and texture, transforming the mundane into something evocative and thought-provoking.

Equally, these concepts and techniques employed to create beautiful still life moments and vignettes in art can also be applied in a more modern interpretation for the home. A simple composition of vases on a sideboard, an eclectic arrangement of found objects across a bookshelf, a carefully chosen display of vintage utensils in a corner of the kitchen.

Drawing on an extensive collection of props and backgrounds gathered over many years, in this workshop you will have the opportunity to create a masterpiece for yourself, be it traditional or modern. You will be guided through the techniques, the principles, the reasons and the rationale - all the thought processes and decisions that can contribute to a well composed outcome.

Finally, each participants’ masterpiece will be professionally photographed and the file supplied, suitable for printing and framing for your own home should you wish.

A light lunch will be served.

10am-3pm — date to be advised.

$395 per person — Max. 8 persons

A tablescape is more than just a decorated table. It’s a meticulously curated arrangement of elements that harmonize to create a visually stunning and inviting atmosphere.

Be it hosting an intimate dinner for two, a casual brunch with friends, or a festive family gathering, a thoughtfully designed table adds depth, character and warmth to any occasion.

Whether you’re a novice, a keen enthusiast, or an accomplished entertainer who simply wishes to hone your skills further, this workshop delves into the art, the inventiveness, the techniques and the practicalities of creative table setting.

A fully hands-on experience, you will learn the art of arrangement, the nuances of placement, and a host of unique creative ideas that take the ordinary to the extraordinary.

The day concludes with breads, charcuterie, cheeses and accompaniments served at a table created and set entirely by yourself and your fellow participants.

A light lunch will be served earlier in the day.

10am-3pm — date to be advised.

$345 per person — Maximum 8 persons

Although a staple of product, fashion and food photography for many years, flat lays have been equally as prolific on social media for some time. They are a simple, aesthetic way to display and photograph an arrangement of objects, be it for commercial, promotional, personal or any other reason.

Sounds pretty straightforward. And it certainly can be. But it’s often the ‘aesthetics’ and the ‘arrangement’ that can provide the greatest challenge.

In essence, a flat lay should tell a story. The subject matter, the background, the colours and textures, the lighting and the mood, should all combine to create a cohesive image that portrays the desired narrative. It’s these elements, together with the subtleties, the nuances, the little tweaks and twists and refinements, that can turn the ‘acceptable’ into a truly meaningful portrait.

So, join us on a journey through the intricacies and idiosyncrasies of this modern art form, garnered from over 30 years experience in the photographic industry. Through instruction, example and hands-on experience you’ll leave with a wealth of knowledge, a new-found love for the humble flat lay… and a professionally shot photograph of your own masterpiece!

A light lunch will be served.

10am-3pm — date to be advised.

$395 per person — Maximum 8 persons

A tablescape is more than just a decorated table. It’s a meticulously curated arrangement of elements that harmonize to create a visually stunning and inviting atmosphere.

Be it hosting an intimate dinner for two, a casual brunch with friends, or a festive family gathering, a thoughtfully designed table adds depth, character and warmth to any occasion.

Whether you’re a novice, a keen enthusiast, or an accomplished entertainer who simply wishes to hone your skills further, this workshop delves into the art, the inventiveness, the techniques and the practicalities of creative table setting.

A fully hands-on experience, you will learn the art of arrangement, the nuances of placement, and a host of unique creative ideas that take the ordinary to the extraordinary.

Finally, the day concludes with high tea served at a table created and set entirely by yourself and your fellow participants.

A light lunch will be served earlier in the day.